Nova Scotia Health Authority. The INSPIRED COPD Outreach Program™. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

1892

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Shortness of breath is the most common symptom for people with advanced Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). This pamphlet explains what causes shortness of breath, how opioids help, what kinds of opioids are used, if opioids are safe, and possible side effects.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Valley Regional Hospital. Labour and Delivery Unit. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

1925

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Think of your due date as a best guess. This pamphlet describes what to expect if you go past your due date. A list of symptoms which require you to call the Labour and Delivery Unit is listed. The French version of this pamphlet 1952, "Accoucher après la date prévue d’accouchement", is also available.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. General Surgery. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

0441

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This pamphlet explains what to expect after a gastrectomy (surgery to remove part, or all, of your stomach). Topics include eating and drinking, managing pain, activity, care of your incision (cut), and follow-up care.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Perioperative Blood Management Service. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

1332

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Iron is a mineral that the body needs to make red blood cells. This pamphlet outlines the symptoms, treatment, and information about intravenous (I.V.) iron infusions.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Halifax Infirmary. Same Day Surgery. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

0594

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A carotid endarterectomy is surgery to clean plaque (fat deposits) out of a carotid artery. This pamphlet explains what causes an artery to narrow with plaque, what to expect before, during, and after your surgery, and follow-up care.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. HIV Clinic. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

0430

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This pamphlet gives information about the HIV Clinic. Topics include who the Clinic team members are, privacy, what will happen at your first appointment, ART (antiretroviral therapy) medication, and what to do if you have a problem between Clinic appointments. Support and resources, as well as helpful hints for coping with HIV, are included. The Arabic translation of this pamphlet 2414, is also available.The Ukrainian translation of this pamphlet 2411, is also available.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Cobequid Community Health Centre. Medical Surgical Day Clinic. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

1413

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The Medical Surgical Day Clinic (MSDC) at Cobequid Community Health Centre sees patients who need follow-up care after a visit to the Emergency Department. This pamphlet explains what to expect during your visit and how to get ready for a CT scan or an ultrasound.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Valley Regional Hospital. Labour and Delivery Unit. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

1952

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Devinez votre date d'accouchement le mieux que vous pouvez. La présente brochure explique à quoi vous attendre si la grossesse se poursuit après votre date prévue d’accouchement. Les symptômes exigeant un appel à l’unité du travail et de l’accouchement sont indiqués. ; This is a French translation of the English pamphlet 1925, “Giving Birth After Your Due Date: Valley Regional Hospital”. Think of your due date as a best guess. This pamphlet describes what to expect if you go past your due date.…

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Infection Prevention and Control. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

1954

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Spending time with animals is good for our mental health and happiness. This pamphlet gives Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) guidelines for patients that have a service dog, therapy dog, or a personal pet.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

1955

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This pamphlet explains how to get ready for a radioactive iodine scan or treatment by following a low-iodine diet. Topics include reading nutrition labels, foods and ingredients to avoid, recipes, and resources.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Reproductive Options and Services (ROSE) Clinic. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

0112

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Depo-Provera® is a hormone used to prevent pregnancy. It is injected into your hip or arm using a needle. This pamphlet explains how it works, how well it works, how to get it, when it starts working, pros and cons, who should not take it, and things to remember when taking it. The French version of this pamphlet 2016, "Depo-Provera", is also available.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Reproductive Options and Services (ROSE) Clinic. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

0171

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Birth control pills prevent pregnancy by preventing an egg from leaving your ovary each month. This prevents fertilization (when an egg and sperm join). This pamphlet explains how well the pill works, when it starts working, pros and cons, how to take it, and possible side effects. The French version of this pamphlet 2027, "La pilule contraceptive", is also available.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Reproductive Options and Services (ROSE) Clinic. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

0255

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Birth control patches prevent pregnancy by preventing an egg from leaving your ovary each month. This prevents fertilization (when an egg and sperm join). This pamphlet explains how the patch works, how well it works, when it starts to work, pros and cons, how to use it, and possible side effects. The French version of this pamphlet 2026, "Le timbre contraceptif", is also available.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Provincial Falls Prevention Program. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

1974

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This pamphlet is for people coming to a hospital appointment. It explains who is at a higher risk of falling, and what to do before coming to the hospital, while you are at the hospital, and while you are at your appointment.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Diabetes Centres. Western Zone. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

1982

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If you or your loved one has been diagnosed with diabetes (type 1 or 2) or gestational (during pregnancy) diabetes, a diabetes centre can help you. This pamphlet answers common questions about the diabetes centres in some Western Zone locations.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. QE II. Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

1983

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This pamphlet gives step-by-step instructions on how to collect a stool (poop) specimen (sample) to check for calprotectin. Location information for drop-offs (24-hour access) is included.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Acquired Brain Injury Ambulatory Care Teams. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

1997

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After an acquired brain injury (ABI), it is important to stay active. This pamphlet gives tips for how to be more active. It explains the types of physical activity and explains how to know your limits.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Reproductive Options and Services (ROSE) Clinic. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

0014

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A copper intrauterine device (IUD) prevents pregnancy by changing the lining of your uterus to stop sperm from reaching the egg. This pamphlet explains how well it works, pros and cons, what will happen when the IUD is put in, what happens after, movement or loss of the IUD, and removal. The French version of this pamphlet 2021, "Dispositif intra-utérin en cuivre (DIU)", is also available.

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Reproductive Options and Services (ROSE) Clinic. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

2006

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A hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) is a small device made of flexible plastic with a hormone called levonorgestrel. The hormone changes the lining of your uterus to stop sperm from reaching the egg. This pamphlet explains how it works, how well it works, pros and cons, what will happen when the IUD is inserted, what happens after, movement or loss of the IUD, and removal. The French version of this pamphlet 2019, "Dispositif hormonal intra-utérin (avec lévonorgestrel) (DIU)", is also availabl…

Nova Scotia Health Authority. Acute Pain Service. Halifax, NS: Nova Scotia Health Authority , 2024.

Pamphlet Number

1377

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A nerve block sends local anesthetic (freezing) through a small needle to a spot near your nerves. This pamphlet explains why you may need a nerve block, how a nerve block is done, possible side effects, and benefits. The French version of this pamphlet 2103, "Anesthésie par bloc nerveux pour supprimer la douleur pendant l’opération", is also available.